Shopping in and Around Bloomington Itinerary

Edina's Galleria. Credit: TJ Turner.

When you stay in Bloomington, you're not only steps away from the nation’s largest mall, Mall of America, but because of the city’s central location, you’re also within minutes of other great places to shop. And remember, no matter where you go, you won’t pay sales tax on clothes and shoes.

Day One: Upon arrival, check into one of Bloomington’s over 42 hotels, most of which offer free shuttles to Mall of America, your first stop. For added convenience, stay at Radisson Blu Mall of America or the JW Marriott, which are directly connected to the Mall. Then, spend your day shopping the Mall’s nearly 520 stores. Macy’s and Nordstrom anchor the Mall, while everything from clothing, shoes and accessories to beauty products, electronics, toys, decor, gifts and more can be found in stores throughout the four floors. If you’re looking for something high end, the Mall’s South Avenue features brands like Burberry, Coach, and Michael Kors.

Shop to your heart's content at Radisson Blu Mall of America.Day One Evening Spend your night on Level 4 of the Mall. Enjoy good food and an entertaining staff at Dick’s Last Resort, or munch on tasty wings and burgers at Hooters. After dinner, bowl, play video games or watch high-def sports at GameWorks or see top comedians at Rick Bronson’s House of Comedy.

Day Two Evening In addition to shops, there are also great restaurants housed inside the Galleria. Dine on chef-driven, American cuisine or sushi at CRAVE, enjoy seafood and chops at Pittsburgh Blue, or fresh, healthy and sustainable food at Good Earth. Post-meal, head to Pinstripes, just a few blocks south, for bowling and bocce, or walk across the street to Southdale Center for a movie.